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Archive for September 2010

September 1, 2010

 

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Cynobacteria: The Future Of Fuel

Learn how scientists are using bacteria to create different types of fuels.

September 2, 2010

 

flame

Activation Energy, Fire, And Burning Sticks

How does fire pass from one burning stick to another unlit stick?

September 3, 2010

 

gray cat with blue eyes

Why Do Cats Blink?

If you own a cat you know that they have a very distinctive blink. Learn the purpose behind this symbol.

September 6, 2010

 

silver telescope

Planets With Water Found!

Astronomers have found a planet with water known as HD 189733b.

September 7, 2010

 

Father and baby hand

Can Dads Experience Postpartum Depression?

We often hear about woman experiencing postpartum depression but did you know that men can experience it too?

September 8, 2010

 

couple holding hands on the beach

Older Women Who Marry Younger Men Do NOT Live Longer

Men who marry younger women increase their life expectancy. However, do women who marry younger men life longer?

September 9, 2010

 

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Fact Or Fiction: Pregnant Women Should Not Wear High Heels

Is it true that pregnant women should avoid high heels?

September 10, 2010

 

Curved metal pipe

Take The A Moment Of Science Physics Quiz!

This is just a little physics quiz to get you thinking!

September 13, 2010

 

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Are Underwater Volcanoes Stifled By Water?

When volcanoes erupt underwater, do the waves and ocean currents help calm the eruption?

September 14, 2010

 

Vestmannaeyjar volcano

Vestmannaeyjar, The Town That Fought A Volcano And Won

Could a fire department stop a volcano? Learn about the town of Vestmannaeyjar and their brave firefighters who battled a volcano.

September 15, 2010

 

International space station

Would Suction Cups Work In Space?

You've watched astronauts complete dangerous missions on space walks. Couldn't they use suction cups and suction themselves to the ship?

September 16, 2010

 

penny stack

How High Can You Stack Pennies Before They Fall Over?

We've all played the penny stack game. Is there anyway to prevent the pennies from falling over?

September 17, 2010

 

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Decline In Penguin Population Linked To Human Activity

Penguins are being harmed by the changes to the environment.

September 20, 2010

 

Middle East desert with oil rig

Why Does The Middle East Have Such An Abundance Of Fossil Fuels?

Why is the Middle East the place to find oil?

September 21, 2010

 

orangutan hanging out

Orangutan Charades: How Orangutans Communicate

Raspberries, kiss squeaks, and grumphs are all noises made by orangutans. Learn how orangutans communicate and use gestures.

September 22, 2010

 

sunset

Auguste Mouchot, Solar Energy, And New Technologies

Have you heard about the great solar energy enthusiast, Auguste Mouchot?

September 23, 2010

 

white rat with long whiskers

Rat Whiskers Prevent Stroke!

Scientists are experimenting with rat whiskers. The have found that they stop a stroke from occurring. Cool, right? But, would it work on humans?

September 24, 2010

 

ice cubes

What Does The Word “Sublimate” Mean?

The three states of water are solid, liquid, and gas. But, what happens when water "sublimates?"

September 27, 2010

 

Frost-free freezer

Frost-Free Freezers And Sublimation

How does sublimation change the way ice cubes look?

September 28, 2010

 

ocean waves

Why Do Ocean Waves Sound The Way They Do?

What is the distinctive sound of the ocean hitting the sand: Woooosh!

September 29, 2010

 

skateboarding man

What Is Forward Momentum?

It's time again for the Moment of Science Physics Quiz!

September 30, 2010

 

homemade apple pie

Why Do We Love The Taste Of “Mom’s Cooking?”

Why do we prefer "Mom's cooking" over another persons?

September 1, 2010

 

mudslide

How To Avoid A Mudslide

Mudslides may seem like total muddy chaos, but what is the cause?

September 2, 2010

 

Two skulls

Did Our Ancestors Practice Cannibalism?

Scientists have discovered million-year-old evidence that our ancestors may have been cannibals.

September 3, 2010

 

boys in a preschool class

Your Personality May Be Set By 1st Grade

What were you like as a child? Chances are, your adult personality is very similar to your childhood personality.

September 4, 2010

 

hair_brush

Puberty In 2nd Grade Becoming Ever More Common

Early bloomers have always been around. However, there is a noticeable trend of girls as young as 7-years-old who are already hitting puberty.

September 5, 2010

 

energy_storage

4 Steps to Energy Efficiency: How To Lower Your Bills

A smarter electricity grid will help cut your energy bill and prevent blackouts in the summer heat.

September 6, 2010

 

pit_bull

Fighting Crime with Doggie DNA

Forensic scientists are now using dogs' DNA to help stop dogfighting and abuse.

September 7, 2010

 

Two men playing video games

Video Games To Improve Memory?

Video games are not just for kids anymore! Researchers are experimenting with video games that help the elderly with their memory.

September 8, 2010

 

ninja_chef

FBI to FDA: The Versatile Life of a Trends Forecaster

What do illegal drugs and baked goods have in common? Well, chemistry!

September 10, 2010

 

acacia tree and ants

Acacia Trees Use Ants To Defend Against Elephants

An unusual partnership is happening on the African plain. The whistling-thorn acacia tree is using ants to defend against elephant attacks.

September 11, 2010

 

quantum_physics

String Theory: The Holy Grail of Quantum Mechanics?

So what's all this hype about "string theory"? Find out what scientists are saying about it now!

September 12, 2010

 

Slideshow Quiz: Guess That Backyard Crawler!

How well to you pay attention to your backyard buzz? Time to take out our magnifying glasses and get personal.

September 13, 2010

 

charging_cell

Charge! (Into New Cell Phone Technology)

Computer scientists say that cell phone batteries are going to need a major recharge.

September 15, 2010

 

survey

Taking A Survey On Survey-Takers

Scientists have conducted surveys on just about EVERYTHING (including surveys)!

September 16, 2010

 

red apples

An Apple A Day Keeps The Catastrophe Away!

How did the apple manage to survive what killed off the dinosaurs?

September 18, 2010

 

water_sample

Happy World Water Monitoring Day!

Find out what World Water Monitoring Day is all about and how you can get involved.

September 19, 2010

 

tiny_frog

Do Frogs Have A Weapon To Fight Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs?

Scientists claim they may have found a new way to fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs...with a little help from frogs!

September 20, 2010

 

cow

The World’s ‘Greenest’ Cow!

This is one pretty outstanding cow. Besides setting world records, this Wisconsin dairy cow is helping the environment too!

September 21, 2010

 

man and dog on the beach with a balloon

10 Awesome Things To Know About Your Pet

Why does my pet do that? A Moment of Science gathers some of our favorite pet-related podcasts.

September 23, 2010

 

chocolate truffels on white background

Tastier Chocolate On The Way Now That Cacao Tree Genome Sequenced

Scientific research is awesome when chocolate is involved! Learn what scientists are doing to understand the inner workings of the Theobroma cacao tree.

September 25, 2010

 

band_conductor

Neuron Marching Band

The circulatory system isn't the only part of the body that keeps a beat. The brain needs rhythm too!

September 27, 2010

 

sci_for_cit

Science For Citizens: A Website For You And Me!

Have you ever been to the Science for Citizens' site? Find out what it's all about!

September 29, 2010

 

amazon_canopy

Who Are the ‘Archaeologists Of The Air’?

Scientists have found aerosol particles that would have dominated the Earth's pre-industrial atmosphere.

September 30, 2010

 

people raising hands

Lefty Or Righty? Brain Stimulation Can Change Hand Preference

Brain stimulation and hand preference go, well, hand-in-hand. Researchers are investigating whether they can manipulate if you are a righty or lefty.

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